Great Yankee Conjectures on Pitchers and Players
General Sperling recounts old time views on the greatest pitchers like Charley Sweeney and Jim Keefe, praises Ed Williamson’s versatility and sportsmanship, recalls rivalries and slow pitches, and shares anecdotes from the Polo Grounds to the West Coast. It also notes Ivy Wingo as a potential regular catcher and mentions Bobby Lowe, Rube Waddell, and boxing lore from Dunn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Timothy” Keefe
Charley Ree
Sweeney
Tim
Rusie
Charlie Sweeney
Diamond
Keefe
Ed” Williamson
Williamson
Anson
Jather
New York
Boston
Clarkson
Ewing
Bennett
Te West
Polo
Giants
Ving
Nce
New York ‘Telegram
Pepper
Ivy Wingo
Bres
Jack Bliss
Wingo
Charles Dooin
Cardinals
West Baden
Taie
Stalinga to Run Boston Braves Business and Signings Talks
The report outlines Stalinga handling the Boston Braves operations and signing authority, with President Gaffney as New York broker for contracting work. A National League meeting was postponed to next week, and New York President Ian S Johnson of the American League would not attend for a week. A preliminary session discussed contracts and salaries but no decisions were made, with evidence sent to Mr Johns in New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stalinga
Boston Braves
Gaffney
New York
Johns
Chance
Murphy
The
Woods
Lynch
Neh
Cub
Chance to Manage New York Americans After Long Talks
Frank Chance is nearing agreement to become manager of the New York Americans after a five hour conference with owner Frank Farrell. Chance, claiming plans to retire, appears swayed by Farrell's strong arguments and offers including near 99 000 salary and potential club involvement. Rumors say terms may include substantial compensation and a stake in the club, while Chicago Cubs and Philadelphia interests are noted in background as rival offers and negotiations unfold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Frank Chance
New York
Frank Farrell
Chance
Farrell
California
New York Baseball
Charles W Murphy
Cubs
Ano Tunity
Herrmann
the Sun
Murphy
Highlanders
John Ivers
P. L. Locke
Philadelphia
Locke
Cincinnati
Teanager
Philadelphia ‘Club
Sto Herrman
Tinker
Reds
Ave
Mitchell
Phelan
Knisely
Corrden
Humphries
Hersmann
Corridon
Rivers
Rovody
Johnson
Governor Urges Reforms And Tax Proposals For Montana
Governor calls for direct tax on state educational institutions and grain classification system. Proposes splitting the bureau of agriculture and publicity into two departments, and a commission to regulate elevator and warehousing. Urges removal powers for officials, constitutional amendment to strike male from article TX, and a state automobile license law. Includes report on military eligibility and state expenditure for the biennium.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bureau of Agricultur
Montana
Departments of Labor and Agriculture
Labor Department
Agriculture and Publicity
Holler Aector
Ron
Fragmented legislative message on civic duty and unity
A garbled, early 20th century style note discusses strengthening recommendations, authoritative communication, and oathful cooperation by assembly members. It emphasizes commonwealth welfare, prosperity, and happiness, urging members to uphold duties and justify the November poll results with public service and national citizenship ideals.
Young burglar caught while robbing store
Special Dispatch to the Stannara Kalispell January 7 Walter Doyle eleven years old was arrested about 3 am for burglarizing Shulkin Bros store. He forced three rear doors, hid under blankets in the office, and a nickel revolver was found. Jewelry cash and clothing looted, with a bundle of hats socks and other items. Doyle had been discharged recently by his employer amid suspicion of mischief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stannara
Kalispell
Walter Doyle
Shulkin Bros
Builet Doyle
Néceliber
Burlar
Doyle
WEIN'S CLEARING SALE Caucus narrows US Senate race
In a Republican state legislative caucus, 13 of 168 members met on Wednesday to set rules for nominating a U S senator. A two thirds majority was required to nominate. Five aspirants remain in the contest as the process begins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pacper
United States
Indictments Dismissed in Indian Goods Case
Helena officials reported that former Acting Attorney General Wickersham and United States District Attorney staged a federal court dismissal of indictments years ago. The case claimed Nauor was sold to Indians but evidence was deemed insufficient to convict. Also noted death of Chippewa elder Solon Springs resident Chee safiss.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sheeree Helena
Dan
Wickersham
United States
Stree't
Curlers Battle for Legs and Goodale Cups at Butte Club
In a round of six games the eight team tournament at the Butte Curling Club sees Bruin Oseberg Wilson Keating defeating McDonald McGregor Gillis Barker with 42 points. Norris Campbell Lack and Charles beat Nicholls Cundy Roll Frink 16 to 12. A practice match on rink 8 saw Patterson Allen Rowe Dr McGregor losing to Woolhead Loomis Goodale Dr Witherspoon 7 to 12.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Butte Curling Club
Bruin
Oseberg
Wilsom
Keating
McDonald
McGregor
Gillis
Barker
T. On
Norris
Campbell Lack
Charles
Nicholls
Cundy
Roll
Frink
Patterson
Allen
Rowe
Dr. McGregor
Woolhead
Loomis
Goodale
Dr. Witherspoon
Midnight cold wave broken and trains delayed
A cold wave broke after midnight with temperatures rising from 2 degrees above forecast by 7 p m. Snow is possible as warmer waves bring relief. Transcontinental trains run one to four hours late. Milwaukee No 18 trails by four hours. Remains of Mrs Robbins to Melrose for interment. James Cleasby dies aged 47 with funeral at 2 p m tomorrow at 42 West Daly Walkerville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northern Pact
Tutte
Milwaukee
Columbia Gardens
Meaderville
MM. Robbins
Richards
Melrose
James Cleasby
West Daly Street
Walkerville
Charles Rhodes
Adv. l
Rebates on Coffee Imports Stir House Hearing
Testimony before the House merchant marine panel details a deferred rebate system used by conference lines to steer Brazilian coffee shipments. Joseph Purcell of Hard & Read testified the scheme began around 1900 and persisted with 1908 or 1910 modifications, granting up to 10 percent rebates to shippers tied to member lines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
House Merchant Marine Committee
Joseph Purcell
Hard & Read
New York
United States
Lampert & Holt
Prince Mae
Hie
J. Cheeta
Lloyd-Brazilero
Brazil
Purcell
London
Purcellald
Stechta
Hard & Rand
Alexander
House Committee
Europe
Thayer
Here and Here Only Roucher clean-up sale ad
In Montana’s largest varied stock this season, all well known makes available at big savings. Never carry over items to next season. Roucher clean-up sale at 37 and 89 West Park Street Ad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montana
Roucher
West Park Street
Funeral of Dan ONeill at St Patrick's Church
The funeral of Dan ONeil, boss at the naconda mine, who died last week, will be held this morning at his cousin P B Leahy's home on 108 North Montana Street, proceeding to St Patrick's Church. He was a brother of Dennis who died fourteen months ago, and a sister in Michigan survives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shiftness Tody
Dan O'Neil
Naconda
P. B Leahy
Montana Street
St. Patrick's Church
Dennis
Michigan
Card of Thanks for Kind Neighbors and Floral Offerings
We thank neighbors and friends for sympathy during our bereavement of our beloved brother, and for floral offerings sent to John Scott and family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Scott
Annual Meeting of Butte Driving Club of Butte Mont
The annual meeting of the no stock holders of the Butte Driving Club of Butte Mont will be held at 101 Pennsylvania Block Butte Mont on Tuesday January 21 1813 at 8 oclock p m The object is the selection of directors for the ensuing year and other business as may properly come before the meeting MM D OCONNELL Secretary
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Butte Driving Club
Butte, Mont
Pennsylvania Block
MM. D. O'Connell
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Ivy
George Gibson
Sorencen
Pop
Ber
Pittebure
Tynes
Farr
Yankees
Bobby Lowe
Tiger
Rob
An Ushar
Detroit 9
Bob
Bobby
Helder
Neder
Felder
PR Ces
Pittsburg Girontee-Telegraph
Rube” Waddell
Rube
John P. Dunn
Dunn
Jack Mc
Auliffe
Kid Lavigne
Old Star
Broadway
Thirteenth Street
McAuliffe
Lavigne
Sam Fitzpatrick
Dick Roeehe
Brookelyn
Jimmy Carroll
New York Sun
Maurope
North American
Connie Mack
Lefty Russell
Garry Herrmann
Walter Johnson
St Louis
Wourse Etauings
Ween
Maturo FA
San
Samen Mawito
Denver
Alfred de Ora
de Oro
Maturo
England
Lomcarg Mie
Omne
Hombardier Wells
Patzer
Tye
Luther Mecarty
New
Yor
Reeders
Los Angeles
Lorin_rarmatee
Wells
Department of Agri
Cannes
San Francisco
Snetasion
Stasion Euch
Sbeclal
Ofc
Wein
CAUCE
Pasen Y Mani
Superior
Dean Cheesafiss
Solon Springs
P. Morgan
Baroness von Bittner
Wenchant Marine
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